Chief of Staff

Chief of Staff – PCX Aerosystems (Newington, CT)

PCX Aerosystems is a premier supplier of flight‑critical mechanical systems and structures to leading aerospace OEMs and the U.S. Government. With roots going back to the dawn of the helicopter age, PCX today is a private equity owned acquisition platform tasked with building a defense‑focused, balanced portfolio of companies that manufacture, assemble and perform overhaul and repair services for a variety of fixed‑wing and rotorcraft programs.

Several of our businesses provide metal and composite components for space applications including satellites, spacecraft and rockets. Headquartered in Newington, Connecticut, we offer a competitive compensation & benefits package and a business culture which rewards performance.

PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer. This position is currently accepting applications.

PCX Aerosystems currently has operations in Long Beach and Santa Ana, CA;
Boylston, MA; and Newington, Enfield and Manchester CT. Each of these locations has a unique history, and we strive to maintain local entrepreneurial freedom, supported by the strength that comes from being part of a larger organization. Our workforce includes Associates in a wide variety of disciplines, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Sourcing, Sales, Quality, Finance and Human Resources. The PCX Aerosystems teams seek to safely deliver on our customers' toughest requirements, while living our values, every day.

We are a company that embraces diversity.

The Chief of Staff plays a pivotal role in supporting the CEO—you bring a disciplined, mission‑oriented approach from their Marine Corps experience—and the executive leadership team during a critical period of growth and transformation, particularly through M&A activities. This strategic position is responsible for enhancing operational efficiency, facilitating communication across the C‑Suite, and ensuring alignment of organizational objectives with a focus on teamwork and strategic execution.

This position is designed to be an 18‑24 month intensive introduction to AA&D, with the successful candidate moving into a long‑term role in the business commensurate with their technical and leadership experience.

• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, providing insights and analysis to inform decision‑making and strategic planning, while embodying the leadership principles and mission focus typical of military service.
• Facilitate the CEO’s agenda by prioritizing and managing key initiatives, meetings, and communications, ensuring a disciplined approach to organizational goals.

• Work closely with the executive leadership team to foster collaboration and ensure alignment on strategic priorities, particularly during M&A and AOP activities, leveraging a strong sense of teamwork and shared purpose.
• Coordinate cross‑departmental projects and initiatives, ensuring effective communication and resource allocation in a manner that reflects the commitment to excellence required in a mission‑first, people‑always culture.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies across the organization, particularly in the context of integration and transition during M&A, applying a strategic mindset honed through disciplined planning and execution.
• Collaborate with business and functional leaders to develop, implement and continuously improve operating cadence, practices, and procedures that support organizational goals and enhance overall performance.

• Lead and manage critical projects related to integration of recent and future acquisitions, to ensure smooth, successful transitions and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and provide regular updates to the CEO and C‑Suite, ensuring accountability and rigorous tracking of outcomes.

• Serve as a liaison between the CEO, executive team, and other stakeholders to ensure clear and effective communication.
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